Sep 18 2024 42 mins 6
In this episode of the Intimate Marriage Podcast, Dr. Alexandra Stockwell, MD, addresses politically polarized marriages, offering perspectives and strategies for navigating political disagreements with your spouse, especially during the 2024 presidential election. She shares insights from her own experiences in her family, and times spent living in rural Kansas in a community with members holding different political, religious, and educational values than her own. Dr. Alexandra emphasizes prioritizing connection over content as she shows couples how to maintain intimacy and respect even when they support different political parties.
This episode provides practical advice for couples facing major differences in opinions whether it’s in a politically polarized marriage or on other issues, and offers guidance on how to leverage your differences in order to build a stronger, more connected relationship.
Also in this episode:
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Learn strategies for maintaining a respectful and loving marriage despite political disagreements.
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Focus on the foundation of your relationship by appreciating differences and aim to deeply understand each other rather than trying to change one another’s viewpoints.
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Engage in structured conversations about political viewpoints with set start and end times, and avoid discussions when emotions are high.
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